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Brunswick Charts Steady Course as Marine Market Rebounds, Touts Record Cash Flow and Debt Reduction

Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) closed its 2025 fiscal year on a confident note, citing a resilient recovery in the marine market, a historic surge in free cash flow, and significant debt reduction. While navigating persistent tariff headwinds, the company's leadership pointed to stabilizing retail demand and strategic market share gains as key drivers for cautious optimism heading into 2026.

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Meta's AI Ambitions and Soaring Stock: Is There Still Room to Run?

Meta Platforms' stock has surged nearly 300% over three years, fueled by aggressive AI investments and cost discipline. As shares hover near record highs, investors are asking: does the current price still offer value, or has the rally priced in all future growth? A deep dive into valuation metrics suggests the story may be more nuanced than headlines imply.

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Sea Limited's Stock Plunge: A Buying Opportunity or a Value Trap?

Sea Limited's shares have tumbled over 11% year-to-date, sparking debate among investors. While a discounted cash flow model suggests the stock is deeply undervalued, its lofty P/E ratio tells a more cautious tale. We examine the conflicting signals and what they mean for the Southeast Asian tech giant's future.

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Porsche's Electric Sports Car Ambitions Stall as Budget Pressures Mount

Under new CEO Michael Leiters, Porsche is reportedly considering axing its planned all-electric 718 Boxster and Cayman line. The potential move, driven by development hurdles and soaring costs, signals a strategic recalibration as the automaker grapples with a sales slowdown in China and the financial weight of revising its EV roadmap.